Description
The Boeing Company is seeking a Laser/Optics/Mechanical Lab Technician (Associate, Mid-Level, or Senior) to join their team at the Starfire Optical Range on Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
The role supports the Air Force Research Lab in their advancement of Space Domain Awareness capabilities using ground-based telescopes. The successful candidate will be part of a world-class research facility with recognized achievements in adaptive optics.
Responsibilities:
- Plans, conducts, and documents tests on products, systems, components, materials, and manufacturing processes and technologies
- Troubleshoots and resolves complex laboratory and test-related problems
- Coordinates test laboratory activities, maintenance and repairs, and personnel training
- Assists government agencies, safety and hazardous materials teams in the event of emergencies
- Assists engineers and senior technicians with efforts such as optical alignment, maintenance, and repair
- Serves as a crew member for tests, being trained in optics, lasers, telescopes, and telescope mount operations
Requirements:
- 2+ years of experience in engineering technician, construction or facilities maintenance disciplines
- 2+ years of experience working with powered hand tools or equipment
- Willing and able to work variable shifts; including days, evenings, nights and weekends
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance
- Experience operating complex computer-based analysis or control systems
- Experience with high power lasers
- Experience with optical alignment techniques
- Experience with electronics/electrical systems
- Experience with mechanical systems
Pay and Benefits:
- Associate (Level 2) Summary pay range: $53,550 - $72,450
- Mid-Level (Level 3) Summary pay range: $63,750 - $86,250
- Senior (Level 4) Summary pay range: $75,650 - $102,350
- Eligible employees can enroll in a variety of benefit programs, including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and more.